Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established outpatient rehabilitation organization is seeking a compassionate and motivated Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join its clinical team.

Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant will provide individualized treatment, help patients improve mobility and function, and support their progress toward established rehabilitation goals.

This opportunity is ideal for a patient-focused clinician who values teamwork, professional development, and delivering high-quality care in a positive outpatient environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments according to the patient's established plan of care
• Carry out therapeutic exercises, functional activities, manual techniques, gait training, balance activities, and other approved interventions
• Observe and document each patient's response to treatment
• Communicate changes in patient condition, progress, or tolerance to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Assist patients in improving strength, mobility, coordination, balance, endurance, and functional independence
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding exercises, treatment techniques, safety precautions, and home programs
• Complete treatment notes and other required clinical documentation accurately and on time
• Maintain professional communication with Physical Therapists, physicians, clinical employees, patients, and caregivers
• Coordinate effectively with rehabilitation aides and other members of the clinical team
• Prepare treatment areas and ensure equipment is clean, safe, and ready for use
• Support a welcoming, respectful, and patient-centered clinic environment
• Participate in clinical meetings, training programs, continuing education, and quality-improvement activities
• Follow all applicable privacy, safety, ethical, billing, and regulatory requirements
• Perform additional patient-care responsibilities within the Physical Therapist Assistant's permitted scope of practice

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility to obtain one
• Current CPR certification
• Current tuberculosis screening or ability to meet applicable health-screening requirements
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and patient-service skills
• Ability to follow established plans of care and clinical instructions
• Strong documentation, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while remaining closely coordinated with the supervising Physical Therapist
• Commitment to compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based patient care
• Ability to manage an appropriate caseload in a fast-paced outpatient environment
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard workplace technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation experience
• Experience treating post-surgical, sports-related, occupational, or musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience providing therapeutic exercise, gait training, balance activities, and functional rehabilitation
• Familiarity with insurance authorization and clinical documentation requirements
• Interest in continued clinical education and professional development

New graduates with strong clinical preparation and a commitment to learning are encouraged to apply.

Compensation and Incentives

Compensation starts at approximately $30 per hour , with final pay determined by experience, qualifications, schedule, specialty skills, and other job-related factors.

Qualified candidates may also be eligible for:

• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Student-loan repayment assistance
• Continuing-education support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral incentives

Eligibility requirements and repayment terms may apply to certain incentives.

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive a benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Continuing-education credits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Clinical mentorship and professional-development opportunities

Benefits may vary depending on employment status and regularly scheduled hours.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform the physical responsibilities associated with outpatient rehabilitation, including:

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Bending, reaching, kneeling, and changing positions frequently
• Demonstrating exercises and treatment techniques
• Assisting patients with transfers, gait, mobility, and balance activities
• Moving treatment equipment and clinical supplies
• Safely lifting or assisting with up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and available equipment

Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.